Route 66 Association of Illinois

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Route 66 Association of Illinois

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Please be wary of those soliciting funds for the Association, especially at car shows and similar events. While we appreciate any donations that may be made, such donations are only accepted at our official tent/location.

Our Mission

To Promote, Preserve, Educate, and Enjoy Route 66 in Illinois.

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Association Membership

The valued members of our association help support our efforts. We welcome you to join us in this noble cause.

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Route 66 in Illinois

A nostalgic trip through Americana

Destinations

Discover the places and attractions that manifest the charm, appeal and nostalgia of classic Americana along Route 66 in Illinois.
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Events

Learn when and where you can find exciting events and participate in volunteer opportunities along Illinois’ Route 66.
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Maps

Locate destinations along our slice of the Mother Road, then plan and head out on your fun-filled Route 66 journey!
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Route 66 Museum

We are open and ready to welcome you!

Summer hours are:

Sunday thru Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Our “home base” in Pontiac, Illinois. Visit to experience thousands of Route 66 artifacts and memorabilia galore! Admission is FREE!

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Hall of Fame Inductees

We recognize individuals and places that have made a special mark on Route 66. See our complete list of honorees.

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Interested in nominations for the HoF?

Nomination Process

 

Officers and Board

These are the folks who’ve been elected to make our Association run. They keep their eyes and ears open for issues and events happening along Illinois Route 66.

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Why Join the Route 66 Association of Illinois?

Association member Doug Hitchings answers:
“Supporting the things that matter is a simple answer. A children’s hospital during the holidays, a GoFundMe for Kentucky tornado victims and a group of dedicated preservationists. If one can…one should.”
“And furthermore when you’re on our IL stretch of the Mother Road, everyone’s smiling and happy. The world needs more of that right now.”

News & Announcements

Stay up to date with what’s happening on Route 66 in Illinois.

 

Volunteer

Preservation is one of our core missions. With the motto of “we work for food,” our members paint, build, repair, clean, and fight to preserve all that is Route 66.

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